Pray the Word with David Platt Our Joyful Boast (1 Thessalonians 2:19–20)
Nov 21, 2025
Delve into the joy of spiritual leadership as believers are seen as the hope and joy for those who will stand before Jesus. Explore the call to prioritize others' spiritual growth and reimagine a life dedicated to leading them to Christ. Engage with heartfelt prayers for nations like Yemen, emphasizing the need for global evangelism. Discover the glory and joy in seeing others thrive in faith, culminating in a powerful exhortation to make this the mission of our lives.
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People Are The Crown Of Ministry
- Paul expects his greatest joy at Christ's return to be seeing those he led standing before Jesus.
- David Platt frames Christian ministry's ultimate reward as people, not achievements.
Live For Others With Eternal Horizon
- Live with a focus on helping others grow in Jesus because Jesus could return at any moment.
- Make faithfulness measurable by whom you helped to know and resemble Christ.
Pray And Invest In Specific People
- Pray for and intentionally invest your life in people around you today.
- Spur friends, family, co-workers, and strangers toward faith through words and actions.